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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1910
Page
5
A reader question on yesterday's editorial about immigrants in cities and mines. The piece contrasts wage earning versus independence, citing a carpenter's life at $3.50 daily, and notes many workers face limited wages, possible lockouts, and aging challenges. It argues young people can pursue trades, business, or land to gain independence and reduce dependence on wage labor.
A fragment recalls a confrontation where a father denounces Chauncey as a nincompoop. The child admits not knowing the term but senses Chauncey’s character from the moment.
Public eye note on General Horace Porter, Civil War veteran and diplomat, praised for medals and varied roles from railroad executive to author. A humorous aside follows about a shopping dispute and a comic remark from a newspaper transcript, ending with a Dreamland dance notice and bicycle repair hall in Hall, Illinois.
A humorous first person account from a housefly born near a manure pile. The narrator describes family origins its chaotic life in kitchens barns and outhouses, spreading germs visiting sick rooms and attending funerals. He boasts huge offspring numbers and contemplates marriage while noting human reliance on flies for business.
The scene centers on Dalton the famous color blind English chemist and Quaker who declined bright colors. He wore a scarlet gown to Oxford University, amused crowds mistaking the color for dark green. A light exchange about shaving and mercy follows with a woman reacting to the moment.
The Rainier Clothing Store at 1104 Firnt Ave announces closure after 14 years in business. All stock including furnishings hats and shoes will be disposed of at any cost, with manager Mr Wise promising bargains as advertised in tomorrow's Star.
A dentist ad warns readers about so called tooth carpenters who remove healthy teeth to fit bridges. Regal Dental Offices offer free examinations with no obligation and promise natural looking replacements with a written guarantee.
Real estate ad promotes Lake Ballinger Garden Tracts in Seattle North End as last remaining acreage. Describes 1% to five acre parcels near the Seattle Everett Interurban with prices $200 to $2,000 per tract and terms one-fourth cash and 36 months. Offers complete abstract, open Interurban service, and urges qualified salesmen to apply.
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